What party did Simon Cameron belong to?

Simon Cameron was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

When did Simon Cameron serve in the U.S. Senate?

Simon Cameron served in the U.S. Senate from March 13, 1845 to March 12, 1877, representing Pennsylvania.

When did Simon Cameron die?

Simon Cameron died on June 26, 1889.

Historical Profile

Simon Cameron is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Republican Inactive

Simon Cameron

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Biography

Simon Cameron (died 1889) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate across 3 separate periods of service between 1845 and 1877, between the 29th and 45th Congresses. Cameron served as a Democrat and later as a Republican. Cameron died on June 26, 1889.

Key Information

Full Name: Simon Cameron
Died: June 26, 1889
Term Started: March 4, 1867
Term Ended: March 12, 1877

Service History

Mar 13, 1845 – Mar 3, 1849 29th–30th Congresses Democrat Pennsylvania
Mar 4, 1857 – Mar 4, 1861 35th–36th Congresses Democrat Pennsylvania
Mar 4, 1867 – Mar 12, 1877 40th–45th Congresses Republican Pennsylvania

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Pennsylvania

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Cameron's service:

Daniel Sturgeon (PA) 1845–1849
William Bigler (PA) 1857–1861
Charles Buckalew (PA) 1867–1869
John Scott (PA) 1869–1875
William Wallace (PA) 1875–1877